Austin Rose Associates
Audit Senior
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Audit Senior – Independent Firm – Dumfries
Are you an ambitious audit professional looking to take ownership of client assignments, mentor junior team members, and step into a key role within a supportive, expanding firm? If you take pride in delivering high-quality work, evaluating client controls, and building strong business relationships, this Audit Senior position offers an ideal environment to advance your career.
This established independent firm of accountants operates across multiple offices in Cumbria and South West Scotland, delivering a comprehensive suite of business support services. Renowned for combining traditional client care with a modern, enthusiastic approach, the firm provides an exceptional environment for ambitious accounting professionals seeking both client interaction and career progression.
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As an Audit Senior you will:
- Plan, organise, and execute audit engagements from initial scope through to final completion under ISA (UK) regulations.
- Evaluate client internal controls and operational systems to identify control deficiencies and present strategic recommendations.
- Delegate engagement tasks to junior team members, reviewing audit workpapers and providing structured technical guidance.
- Serve as a primary point of contact for corporate clients while collaborating directly with Audit Managers and Statutory Auditors on specialist projects.
As the successful candidate you will:
- Hold an ACA, ACCA, or AAT qualification, or be an accounts graduate / qualified by experience.
- Possess 2+ years of accountancy practice experience with strong working knowledge of ISA (UK) standards and UK GAAP/FRS.
- Demonstrate hands-on experience in drafting statutory financial statements and corporation tax computations alongside audit field work.
- Have practical experience using audit production and cloud accounting platforms such as Digita (DAPA), Xero, Sage, or QuickBooks.
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